July 2026
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Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots
The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.
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Nvidia paid $20 billion for SRAM decode - AMD just partnered for it instead
A partnership to split inference
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ICE agents used racial slurs during Los Angeles crackdown, court files show
Agents accused in lawsuit of using anti-immigrant slurs and denigrating undocumented Mexicans
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Queensland and NT reject Labor’s push to ensure that power-hungry AI datacentres use renewable energy
Federal-state stoush comes as rating agency warns that electricity bills could skyrocket
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US Senate votes to advance Russia sanctions bill that would give Trump new tariff powers – as it happened
Despite resounding 86-to-12 vote, Democratic aide warns bill gives president unchecked discretion to waive sanctions and impose tariffs. This blog is now closed.
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Inside battle to save France from flames as most severe wildfires on record spread
Exclusive: The Independent’s James C. Reynolds witnesses the scale of the devastation in Gironde first hand, and speaks to the community that has come together to tackle the crisis
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Newspaper headlines: 'Workers face new tax' and 'Fury over Fifa plan'
"New tax" could fund social care shake-up and Fifa chief's World Cup "sell-off" plan lead Wednesday's papers.
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US says it intercepted ‘surprise’ Iran missile attack on its forces in Middle East after lull in fighting
Fighting was paused after nearly two weeks of nightly strikes by the US on Iran, as both sides battled for control of the strait of Hormuz
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The New Boy
In the Australian outback in the mid-1940s, a young orphan is brought to a remote orphanage run by two nuns. As he is struggling to fit in, the boy's presence begins to disturb those around him.
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The 10 most overcrowded train services revealed
Overall, overcrowding in England and Wales fell slightly last year due to increased capacity, the government says.
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Swansea chaplain dubbed Prime Minister Andy Burnham lookalike
Emma Roberts is is "leaning into" the comparisons and has changed her name to "Mandy Burnham" on TikTok.
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Remains of Roman port found behind woman's home in East Yorkshire
The remains have been discovered beneath a paddock close to the Humber estuary in Brough.
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Harrogate Town AFC sign talented defender Archie Baptiste on a permanent deal | Harrogate Informer
The 20-year-old signs for an undisclosed fee from Middlesbrough on a two-year-contract.
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VAT removal ‘won’t cut it’ for North Yorkshire residents as Tom Dordon MP urges Burnham to back Lib Dem plans to slash bills | Harrogate Informer
The Liberal Democrats say Andy Burnham’s plan to remove VAT from domestic electricity bills in October does not go far enough to help struggling households.
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Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services Unite Behind #BeMoorAware Wildfire Campaign | Harrogate Informer
Fire and rescue services across Yorkshire are strengthening their joint wildfire prevention messaging this summer, as new National Resilience data highlights
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Ripon Goes All Out for Yorkshire Day and St Wilfrid's Procession — Flying the Flag for the Most Yorkshire Place in Yorkshire | Harrogate Informer
If there's one city determined to be the most Yorkshire of all Yorkshire places, it's Ripon — proudly rooted in the very heart of the county, easy to reach
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Harrogate Salon Owners Shortlisted for Top National Hairdressing Award | Harrogate Informer
Selected from an exceptionally competitive field of entries from across the UK, Jenny and Kirstie have earned a coveted place in the finals of the North
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'I'm fortunate I survived stage 4 diagnosis when so many of my friends didn't make it'
Diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer 10 years ago, aged 37, Lynette McHendry has defied the odds to face down the disease.
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Flood risk planning faces rising tide of uncertainty
Flood risk planning is often discussed in terms of engineering projects, investment programmes and environmental initiatives.
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The New Boy
In the Australian outback in the mid-1940s, a young orphan is brought to a remote orphanage run by two nuns. As he is struggling to fit in, the boy's presence begins to disturb those around him.
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Day centre's future in jeopardy as campaigners vow to fight closure
PROPOSALS to close a vital facility for adults is 'riding rough shod' over some of the most vulnerable people living in Ryedale…
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Day centre's future in jeopardy as campaigners vow to fight closure
PROPOSALS to close a vital facility for adults is 'riding rough shod' over some of the most vulnerable people living in Ryedale…
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Swimmer Katie Shanahan turned down Love Island and won silver at Commonwealth Games
Katie Shanahan was offered the chance to appear on the dating show last year - but decided she wanted to inspire a new generation of young swimmers.
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OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies
The out-of-control AI found four logins which allowed it to access multiple unnamed online services.
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Aston Villa: Villa youngsters show promise despite defeat to Real Sociedad
Youngsters Brian Madjo and George Hemmings scored in Aston Villa's defeat to Real Sociedad.
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'They thought I was brain dead' - Student scarred for life by man targeting women
Warning: This article contains graphic images some readers may find upsetting.
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UK faces ‘very difficult trade-offs’ in budget because of Iran war, say analysts
Leading thinktank says higher oil prices and inflation will give Andy Burnham a ‘challenging inheritance’
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The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse
People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.
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A-10 Warthog wins unexpected lifeline as Congress blocks retirement plans
Congress moves to rescue the aging A-10 Warthog after Iran missions reignite fierce retirement battle inside the Air Force
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UK weather: Amber heat health alerts issued as heatwave peaks
Wednesday is set to be the hottest day of the week for many as a widespread fourth heatwave grips the UK.
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Quote of the day by Bill Gates: 'There's nothing on the iPad I look at and say, 'Oh, I wish Microsoft had done it'' — downplaying Apple's foray into tablets
Microsoft's attempts to conquer the mobile devices market have long stuttered, with Bill Gates famously dismissing the iPad
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Burnham to seek cross-party consensus over urgent reforms to social care
Prime minister invites Badenoch and Davey – but not Farage – to discuss how to fix one of most intractable issues he faces
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Commonwealth Games 2026: Soppy socks & a slathering of deep heat - rain causes chaos in Glasgow
Torrential rain causes chaos at the athletics in the Commonwealth Games, but England's Amy Hunt produces one of a number of impressive performances.
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Senate confirms Trump ally Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence
At confirmation hearing, Clayton sidestepped questions about 2020 election and declined to say Trump lost
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Commonwealth Games 2026: The Glasgow journey of Wales' golden gymnastic girl Ruby Evans
Gymnast Ruby Evans goes from despair to gold in Glasgow after glory in the floor final at the Commonwealth Games.
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A 330 MW data center wanted to buy a farm, switch off the irrigation, and drink the difference — California's most powerful irrigation district said no, so it sued
The 287 million gallons are a rounding error. The precedent is not.
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OpenAI’s Rogue AI Agent Hacked More Than Just Hugging Face
In a new disclosure, OpenAI says its agent used exposed logins to gain access to at least four “publicly available services” in its unhinged quest to solve a test.
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FCC bans humanoid robots from China, citing ‘unacceptable risks’
Move comes as the Trump administration has increasingly sought to keep Chinese technology out of the US
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Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns
The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them.
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Ryedale Show 2026: Best pictures as thousands enjoy one of Yorkshire's biggest agricultural shows
Thousands of visitors enjoyed livestock competitions, rural crafts, local produce and family entertainment as the Ryedale Show returned to Duncombe Park for another celebration of Yorkshire's agricultural heritage.
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Zelensky and Netanyahu meet Trump as wars in Ukraine and Iran drag on
The two leaders sound encouraged after holding back-to-back bilaterals at the White House.
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Are there already worrying signs for Wouter Vrancken's Hearts?
Former Hearts forward Ryan Stevenson delivers a scathing verdict as Wouter Vrancken's reign begins with a chastening Champions League elimination.
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White House teleprompter operator accused over Trump bets no longer in job, official says
Official declines to say whether Gabriel Perez, who allegedly bet on prediction market Kalshi, resigned or was fired
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, July 29 (game #1144)
My clues will help you solve the NYT's Connections puzzle today and keep that streak going
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Bystander video shows teen lifeguard's dramatic ocean rescue
The 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old who had been swept offshore at a California beach.
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Fire in York suburb - flames and smoke seen by public
Reports are coming in of a fire in a York suburb.
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UK warning over dangerous travel adaptors - 3 things to watch out for
Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".
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Iran launches 'attempted surprise attack' on American forces in Middle East, US military says
US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran.
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One-Day Cup round-up: Notts Outlaws stay unbeaten while Lancashire post second win
Notts Outlaws maintain a perfect start to their One-Day Cup campaign, while Lancashire post a second win in Group A.
